{"id":28384,"date":"2021-08-18T21:10:20","date_gmt":"2021-08-18T10:10:20","guid":{"rendered":"\/\/www.airtasker.com\/blog\/?p=28384"},"modified":"2024-03-08T18:32:28","modified_gmt":"2024-03-08T07:32:28","slug":"allotment-ideas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/blog\/uk\/allotment-ideas\/","title":{"rendered":"20 Amazing allotment ideas to improve your garden space"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Keen to grow your own fruit and veggies, but just don\u2019t have the space at home? You\u2019re not alone. In fact, one in eight Brits has <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ons.gov.uk\/economy\/environmentalaccounts\/articles\/oneineightbritishhouseholdshasnogarden\/2020-05-14\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">no garden at all<\/a>, let alone enough room for food crops. But that\u2019s where allotment gardening comes in.<\/p>\n<p>In this article, we&#8217;ll explore garden allotment ideas that will inspire you to make the most of your plot. Whether you&#8217;re a beginner or an experienced gardener, these ideas will help you create an amazing garden allotment that yields fresh and delicious produce.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d231a1122f3\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d231a1122f3\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/blog\/uk\/allotment-ideas\/#Whats_an_allotment\" title=\"What\u2019s an allotment?\">What\u2019s an allotment?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/blog\/uk\/allotment-ideas\/#Where_to_start_an_allotment_garden\" title=\"Where to start an allotment garden?\">Where to start an allotment garden?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/blog\/uk\/allotment-ideas\/#Whats_best_to_grow_in_an_allotment_garden\" title=\"What\u2019s best to grow in an allotment garden?\">What\u2019s best to grow in an allotment garden?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/blog\/uk\/allotment-ideas\/#Practical_tips_for_allotment_gardening\" title=\"Practical tips for allotment gardening\">Practical tips for allotment gardening<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/blog\/uk\/allotment-ideas\/#Allotment_ideas_for_beginners_and_experts\" title=\"Allotment ideas for beginners and experts\">Allotment ideas for beginners and experts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/blog\/uk\/allotment-ideas\/#Start_building_your_allotment_garden\" title=\"Start building your allotment garden\">Start building your allotment garden<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_an_allotment\"><\/span>What\u2019s an allotment?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Allotments are small portions of local land made available to individuals for the non-commercial growing of food plants. They\u2019re rented from the landowner (usually the local council) for a very reasonable, essentially nominal sum. And allotments enable you to grow food crops in a friendly, sociable environment, alongside allotment neighbours.<\/p>\n<p>Allotment gardening has become very popular recently, as more people look to grow their own food, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.airtasker.co.uk\/blog\/5-eco-friendly-gardening-tips\/\">free of pesticides.<\/a> And at the same time, enjoy a fun hobby for the whole family with guaranteed fresh air and exercise. Given the increased demand, there are often waiting lists for allotments. But it depends on where you live as some areas have plenty of vacant spots.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_34487\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-34487\" style=\"width: 640px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-34487\" src=\"https:\/\/airtasker-seo-wordpress-blog-assets-prod.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/24051906\/tim-umphreys-y3rAdjBqFJE-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"allotment-ideas-allotment-plot\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-34487\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/y3rAdjBqFJE?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditShareLink\"> Photo by Tim Umphreys on Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_start_an_allotment_garden\"><\/span>Where to start an allotment garden?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Let\u2019s say the happy day has arrived that you are informed that you have been granted an allotment plot. Your plot will likely be wild and overgrown, but fear not; this is a good sign that your soil is fertile!<\/p>\n<p>Before you get stuck into the fun part of allotment <a href=\"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/uk\/services\/garden-planting\/\">planting<\/a> and watching your crops grow, you\u2019ll need to tidy up the plot first. This involves removing old growth, fertilising well and setting up your on-site storage and equipment needs. (You\u2019ll need gardening tools like forks, spades, a wheelbarrow, and a small shed to store everything safely).<\/p>\n<p>Collaboration is a fundamental aspect of allotment gardening. Here in the UK, even if your local council has no allotment land available, you can make an application requesting allotment land if you get together with six or more others on the electoral roll.<\/p>\n<p>Your local authority must consider it, although there\u2019s no specific timeframe for them to provide land. But the more support you have from other keen potential allotment gardeners, the more persuasive your application will be.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_best_to_grow_in_an_allotment_garden\"><\/span>What\u2019s best to grow in an allotment garden?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Armed with the knowledge of what grows well in your area, your decision on what to plant will come down to what you would like your family to eat.<\/p>\n<p>The amount of time you are prepared to tend your allotment is also something to keep in mind. Consider all the \u201ccut and come again\u201d veggies that will give you successive harvests through the same season, all from the same plant.<\/p>\n<p>One of the best allotment ideas is to plan leafy greens, beet greens, salad vegetables like lettuce or celery, spinach, tomatoes, strawberries, blueberries, basil, and garlic. Perennials are also excellent allotment plants. They live for more than two years and return each spring from their rootstock.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-38157\" src=\"https:\/\/airtasker-seo-wordpress-blog-assets-prod.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/24050846\/gardentomatoes.jpg\" alt=\"garden tomatoes\" width=\"716\" height=\"477\" srcset=\"https:\/\/airtasker-seo-wordpress-blog-assets-prod.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/24050846\/gardentomatoes.jpg 716w, https:\/\/airtasker-seo-wordpress-blog-assets-prod.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/24050846\/gardentomatoes-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 984px) 61vw, (max-width: 1362px) 45vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practical_tips_for_allotment_gardening\"><\/span>Practical tips for allotment gardening<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In this section, we&#8217;ll provide you with a couple of practical tips to make the most of your plot. From planning the layout to choosing low-maintenance crops, this allotment guide got you covered.<\/p>\n<h3><b>Plan the best layout<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Before you dig, review your existing plot and draw up a plan on paper. You\u2019ll need to think about the following considerations to layout an allotment:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>What type of soil do you have? This will determine which plants will grow well. Other plot holders can probably help you with this, but if not, you can purchase soil testing kits at a garden centre.<\/li>\n<li>What kind of plants are there already? If there are any established, you may wish to keep some crops that you\u2019ll want to eat.<\/li>\n<li>What kind of initial work do you need to be carried out? This can include <a href=\"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/uk\/services\/land-clearing\/\">land clearing<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/uk\/services\/garden-tidy-up\/\">tidying up<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/uk\/services\/lawn-care\/\">general lawn care<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/uk\/services\/earthmoving-contractor\/\">earthmoving<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/uk\/services\/garden-waste-collection\/\">garden waste removal<\/a>, or perhaps <a href=\"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/uk\/services\/soil-sand-delivery\/\">soil or sand delivery<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Are there any useful existing structures such as raised beds, trellises, compost areas, pathways, sheds, greenhouses, or cold frames? Think of what you will want to add.<\/li>\n<li>The elements \u2013 how the sun travels over the plot, how the wind exposure is, and if there are any shaded areas.<\/li>\n<li>Access to water and fertiliser may be communal, or it may be your responsibility to establish systems.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>After going through all these, it\u2019s a case of deciding on the best layout for your purposes. You\u2019ll find plenty of inspiration for allotment layout ideas online!<\/p>\n<h3><b>Choose your structures\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Raised beds are trendy because they are attractive, soil quality is easier to manage, and they will ensure you automatically get nice straight pathways in between.<\/p>\n<p>Create low-cost raised beds using recycled materials or buy ready-made planter boxes. Either way, you\u2019ll love the benefits and the neat look of a raised bed allotment.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-38159\" src=\"https:\/\/airtasker-seo-wordpress-blog-assets-prod.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/24050846\/raisedgardenbed.jpg\" alt=\"raised garden bed\" width=\"716\" height=\"477\" srcset=\"https:\/\/airtasker-seo-wordpress-blog-assets-prod.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/24050846\/raisedgardenbed.jpg 716w, https:\/\/airtasker-seo-wordpress-blog-assets-prod.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/24050846\/raisedgardenbed-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 984px) 61vw, (max-width: 1362px) 45vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Many gardeners also recycle other kinds of materials to create beds, such as wooden pallets or old bathtubs. If you\u2019re going for raised beds \u2013 whether the sides are constructed from bricks, wood, metal, or concrete blocks \u2013 you\u2019ll need to make sure the edges are sturdy. This will reduce maintenance and minimise weed invasion. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/uk\/gravel-garden-ideas\/\">Adding a surrounding layer of gravel<\/a> will also help prevent weeds.<\/p>\n<p>If you don\u2019t wish to install a raised bed, you might want to consider low-cost, more flexible planters made from collapsible materials. Some examples are \u201cfarm in a sack\u201d polypropylene soft planters and fabric pots.<\/p>\n<h3><b>Figure out a watering system<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Your allotment plot may share utilities like water, or it may be up to you to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/uk\/how-to-install-your-own-irrigation-system-in-your-garden\/\">sort out your irrigation needs<\/a>. Check with your council if you wish to install a proper water tank to collect and store rainwater. There may be subsidies, rebates, or government grants available to help with purchasing and installing water tanks.<\/p>\n<p>On the other hand, you can get away with harvesting water in many different creative ways. Many people choose recycled plastic drums or similar vessels. You can always harvest rainwater from the roof of a shed, and store it in clean ex-fuel drums that are connected and fitted with a tap.<\/p>\n<h3><b>Aim for a low maintenance plot<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Since you won\u2019t be spending time daily at your allotment, you\u2019ll want to work out ways to make sure your plot is easy to maintain. Choose <a href=\"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/uk\/low-maintenance-garden-ideas-2\/\">low maintenance<\/a> crops \u2013 ones that won\u2019t spoil if they aren\u2019t harvested at a crucial window in time.<\/p>\n<p>Luckily, when it comes to something like watering, it\u2019s fine to water your allotment for an hour once a fortnight, rather than trying to get there often for more frequent watering. You could even use simple tricks like sinking bottles beside the roots of your larger plants (e.g. corn), which you fill with water that will slowly disperse into the root zone.<\/p>\n<p>However, if there comes a time when you cannot tend to your allotment, you could opt to hire someone to help <a href=\"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/uk\/services\/gardening\/\">maintain your garden<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-34500\" src=\"https:\/\/airtasker-seo-wordpress-blog-assets-prod.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/24051902\/zoe-schaeffer-W_ISm5LwKHQ-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"allotment-ideas-inside-greenhouse\" width=\"640\" height=\"960\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><b>Make use of all the space<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>How much space you have obviously depends on the size of your allotment. Many allotments are pretty large (typically 250sqm!), but they are also often rented out in half or even quarter size plots.<\/p>\n<p>If you have a smaller allotment, you\u2019ll want to extend your space by growing upwards and horizontally. This can be done through trellises and climbing frames, or stepped raised planters. This tiny section of an allotment makes great use of space!<\/p>\n<h3><b>Add mulch<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Mulch is your friend for reducing moisture loss through evaporation, improving soil nutrients, reducing soil erosion, and minimising weed growth. You can either <a href=\"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/uk\/services\/wood-chipping\/\">use organic mulch<\/a> (biodegradable, such as grass clippings, cardboard, and wood chips) or inorganic mulch (e.g. river rock and gravel).<\/p>\n<p>Another type of inorganic mulch that\u2019s often used very effectively in allotments is plastic mulch, a Polyethylene film that insulates the soil.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_34491\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-34491\" style=\"width: 640px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-34491 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/airtasker-seo-wordpress-blog-assets-prod.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/24051905\/sandie-clarke-q13Zq1Jufks-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"allotment-ideas-beds\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-34491\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/q13Zq1Jufks?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditShareLink\">Photo by Sandie Clarke on Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Allotment_ideas_for_beginners_and_experts\"><\/span>Allotment ideas for beginners and experts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Just because you\u2019re renting the plot doesn\u2019t mean you can\u2019t make cosmetic improvements to enhance your experience! You don\u2019t have to build permanent structures, but you can go ahead and add elements that appeal to you that you can easily dismantle in the future.<\/p>\n<p>If aesthetics are important to you, you might consider <a href=\"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/uk\/services\/landscaping\/\">hiring a landscape designer<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Here, we\u2019ve gathered 20 allotment ideas to get you started on your allotment gardening journey. There are practical tips on planting and some more decorative ideas to enhance your enjoyment of your plot. Let\u2019s dig in!<\/p>\n<h3><b>1. Look into rooftop allotments<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Rooftop allotment is a great allotment idea not only because they are already popular in other global cities but are becoming more common in the UK. Urban agriculture has developed, and landowners are looking for more ways to use city space effectively.<\/p>\n<p>The advantage of a rooftop allotment is installing raised bed planters on top of existing hard flooring. There\u2019s no need to create paths or deal with weed incursion.<\/p>\n<h3><b>2. Set up a tool storage solution<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>You\u2019ll need some structure to house your garden tools securely. A small metal shed with a good padlock will be the safest bet to keep expensive equipment out of sight. Your shed area is also perfect for setting up a little nursery for propagating plants from seeds and cuttings.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_34498\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-34498\" style=\"width: 640px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-34498\" src=\"https:\/\/airtasker-seo-wordpress-blog-assets-prod.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/24051902\/dylan-nolte-dUsmF-F-bJg-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"allotment-ideas-tools\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-34498\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/dUsmF-F-bJg?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditShareLink\"> Photo by dylan nolte on Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>A portable pallet tool station could also make life easier, especially if your allotment plot is a decent size. Who wants to be individually schlepping a bunch of heavy tools around the plot when you can wheel them all wherever you need them? At the end of a gardening session, it can be parked back in secure storage.<\/p>\n<h3><b>3. Create a play station<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Allotment gardening can be a bonding experience for the whole family! But if your kids are at an age when they get easily distracted, one of the best allotment ideas is putting together a designated play area. You might want to add a sandpit or mud kitchen or some kid-sized gardening tools and buckets so they can tend to their own little plot while you\u2019re gardening.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_31983\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-31983\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-31983\" src=\"https:\/\/airtasker-seo-wordpress-blog-assets-prod.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/24052724\/garden-allotment-kids.jpg\" alt=\"garden allotment kids\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/airtasker-seo-wordpress-blog-assets-prod.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/24052724\/garden-allotment-kids.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/airtasker-seo-wordpress-blog-assets-prod.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/24052724\/garden-allotment-kids-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-31983\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: RODNAE via Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><b>4. Craft DIY garden markers<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Don\u2019t lose track of what you\u2019ve planted and where\u2014always add markers to your garden. There are gazillions of tutorials on Pinterest for inexpensive, homemade garden markers that you can use in your allotment. There\u2019s no need to spend too much money on markers because they\u2019re cheap as chips to make.<\/p>\n<h3><b>5. Install a butterfly feeder<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Setting up a butterfly feeder is another great idea to add beauty, life, and colour to your allotment plot. Butterflies add charm as they flutter around you while you work.<\/p>\n<p>Butterflies are also essential for helping pollinate many plants. A feeder is simple to make (again, there are thousands of tutorials on Pinterest, so you\u2019re sure to find one you like). You fill them with nectar and let the butterflies do the rest.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_34502\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-34502\" style=\"width: 640px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-34502\" src=\"https:\/\/airtasker-seo-wordpress-blog-assets-prod.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/24051901\/joshua-j-cotten-ZtuOgOMQFGA-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"allotment-ideas-butterfly-feeder\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-34502\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/ZtuOgOMQFGA?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditShareLink\"> Photo by Joshua J. Cotten on Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><b>6. Plant more herbs in your allotment\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Add fragrance to your allotment and improve your home cooking by growing plenty of herbs through your plot. They\u2019re also brilliant for repelling pests (for instance, sage will deter cabbage moths). Plus, did you know that growing herbs beside other veggies will enhance the veggies\u2019 flavour? Basil, for example, when grown next to lettuce and tomatoes, beautifully enhances their flavour.<\/p>\n<h3><b>7. Look into companion planting<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Essentially, companion planting is the idea that some plants like growing near each other while others prefer not to. It\u2019s all about complementary plant relationships and making the most of your allotment space. Benefits include better nutrient uptake, improved pest management, enhanced pollination and ultimately higher yields.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_34501\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-34501\" style=\"width: 640px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-34501\" src=\"https:\/\/airtasker-seo-wordpress-blog-assets-prod.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/24051901\/dan-burton-WezlZTnUjpA-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"allotment-ideas-carrots\" width=\"640\" height=\"960\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-34501\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/WezlZTnUjpA?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditShareLink\"> Photo by Dan Burton on Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Conversely, planting members of the same plant family together means they\u2019ll compete for soil nutrients. So it\u2019s best to disperse them across your plot (for example, related plants like onion, garlic, leek and chives). You\u2019ll find a wealth of information about companion planting online.<\/p>\n<h3><b>8. Build a bug attractor<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Some insects are super important for gardens! They\u2019re vital for crop pollination, and there is slime that will eat more destructive pests (or actually live inside the host pest and eat it to death\u2026charming!).<\/p>\n<p>Add a bug hotel to your allotment garden so these beneficial insects can have an inviting home. You can find ready-made kits to buy or construct one using your imagination and a range of materials suited to nesting. Furnish the \u201crooms\u201d with various materials like deadwood, loose bark, and straw.<\/p>\n<div class=\"tip\">See also: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/uk\/costs\/garden-designer\/garden-room-cost\/\">How much does a garden room cost?<\/a><\/div>\n<h3><b>9. Create paths between beds<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Building durable paths between your beds is important to provide access to all areas of your plot and to link functional areas. Never fear because you don\u2019t need to spend a fortune on paths. Simple bark chips or inexpensive gravel paths are great. You could also <a href=\"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/uk\/services\/paving\/\">use pavers<\/a> to lead the way. Don\u2019t forget to make your paths wide enough to allow a wheelbarrow through.<\/p>\n<h3><b>10. Go for that \u201cneat\u201d look\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>You can construct planters and raised beds from so many materials. If a neat-looking allotment appeals to you, square or rectangular metal planter boxes might be the way to go.<\/p>\n<p>Metal choices include aluminium, galvanised steel, or even cast iron. Metal planters can be strong and look attractive against your greenery. However, you need to be careful about the sun potentially overheating the soil and damaging your plants. Make sure to use a plastic liner and always guarantee good drainage.<\/p>\n<h3><b>11. Insulate your plants with cold frames<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>There are many ways to extend your harvest, even if you live somewhere with a shorter growing season, and one of them is by building cold frames. You\u2019ll often see cold frames used in allotments, as they\u2019re a wonderful way to absorb solar energy and protect your plants in colder months. It\u2019s similar to a greenhouse but isn\u2019t designed for you to walk through.<\/p>\n<p>A cold frame is essentially a box with a transparent lid or cover. You grow your seeds, young plants, or rooted cuttings directly in the frame before transplanting them to the garden beds. Sinking your cold frames into the ground by a foot will also enhance heat retention.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_34492\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-34492\" style=\"width: 640px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-34492\" src=\"https:\/\/airtasker-seo-wordpress-blog-assets-prod.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/24051905\/pexels-eva-elijas-6264465.jpg\" alt=\"allotment-ideas-cloche\" width=\"640\" height=\"960\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-34492\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/wood-landscape-nature-sunny-6264465\/\"> Photo by Eva Elijas from Pexels<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><b>12. Create a polytunnel<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Popular in allotments, polytunnels are a great economical alternative to greenhouses. They similarly protect plants from seasonal changes, dramatic weather, and pests. Polytunnels are large, elongated, walk-in tunnels with galvanised steel frames covered in plastic sheeting. They\u2019re perfect for your lettuce, tomatoes, and berries!<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_34494\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-34494\" style=\"width: 640px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-34494\" src=\"https:\/\/airtasker-seo-wordpress-blog-assets-prod.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/24051904\/zoe-schaeffer-ERVDg4pXUBE-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"allotment-ideas-polytunnel\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-34494\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/ERVDg4pXUBE?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditShareLink\"> Photo by Zoe Schaeffer on Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><b>13. Consider using trellises\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Make your allotment garden three-dimensional by growing crops on trellises. These always look awesome and won\u2019t take up precious ground space. Heaps of fruit and vegetables can be grown on a trellis, such as beans, peas, cucumbers, peppers, tomatoes, berries, grapes, and even watermelons.<\/p>\n<h3><b>14. Bring your A-game<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>The A-frame style of the trellis is another option, commonly used for growing crops like climbing beans. Trellises and frames provide plants with support, free up ground space, and make veggies easier to pick. Not to mention, the look of plants winding their way up trellises and climbing frames is very pleasing. Here\u2019s a simple one made of bamboo:<\/p>\n<h3><b>15. Make an arch<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Another plant that loves a good trellis is butternut squash. You can even grow it to form an archway, and the heavy veggies will just dangle lightly as though defying the laws of physics. Growing upwardly saves so much ground space, creating charming spaces in your allotment. It\u2019s definitely worth factoring into your allotment garden layout.<\/p>\n<h3><b>16. Build a DIY potato planter<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Planning on growing root vegetables? Save yourself the backache of digging with a DIY raised planter designed explicitly for harvesting crops like potatoes. You can find plans for these online with detailed assembly instructions\u2014or maybe outsource the project to a carpenter.<\/p>\n<h3><b>17. Make use of DIY cloches\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Pest and disease control is an essential aspect of allotment gardening. You\u2019ll need to check over all your plants to handle any problems regularly.<\/p>\n<p>Growing plants that are known to be resistant to local diseases or pests is a good start. So is using preventative measures like wire perimeter fencing (against rabbits) or cloches and netting for insect pests. Luckily, it\u2019s pretty easy to make your own cloches to protect your plants.<\/p>\n<p>You can also purchase wire cloches for protecting plants against thieving birds, but honestly, save yourself the expense and make your own with chicken wire. There are plenty of tutorials on Pinterest, and they\u2019re a very basic DIY.<\/p>\n<h3><b>18. Build a triple compost bin<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Compost production will be part of your allotment gardening duties. Depending on the size of your plot, and whether you can join composting forces with allotment neighbours, a domestic compost bin may suffice. You might end up building an open compost bay, like a DIY triple-bay compost bin. These triple bays contain one bin for fresh scraps, one for decomposing material and one for usable compost. Note that open compost bays need the weekly turning of compost to create a hot, rapid compost and to minimise rodent breeding.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_34497\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-34497\" style=\"width: 640px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-34497\" src=\"https:\/\/airtasker-seo-wordpress-blog-assets-prod.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/24051903\/pexels-eva-elijas-5503338.jpg\" alt=\"allotment-ideas-composting\" width=\"640\" height=\"960\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-34497\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/red-and-green-fruits-on-brown-wooden-bench-5503338\/\"> Photo by Eva Elijas from Pexels<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><b>19. Create social spaces<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Don\u2019t forget to think about installing some seating \u2013 preferably under a tree or small pergola for shelter. It\u2019s perfect for taking a break or drinking a refreshing beverage during your allotment gardening sessions. A designated space to have a sip from a thermos while chatting with allotment neighbours is great for fostering new friendships.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>20. Install vertical gardening<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you want to add a touch of modern flair in your allotment? Then you might want to explore the trendy technique of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/331630957_Studies_on_vertical_garden_system_A_new_landscape_concept_for_urban_living_space\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">vertical gardening<\/a>. By utilising trellises, vertical planters, or wall-mounted containers, you can grow climbing plants like cucumbers, beans, or tomatoes in a creative and space-efficient way. Not only does vertical gardening maximise your yields, but it also adds a stunning visual element to your allotment garden.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-46292 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/airtasker-seo-wordpress-blog-assets-prod.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/23215605\/allotment-ideas-vertical-gardening.jpg\" alt=\"Green plants in a vertical wall garden\" width=\"640\" height=\"449\" srcset=\"https:\/\/airtasker-seo-wordpress-blog-assets-prod.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/23215605\/allotment-ideas-vertical-gardening.jpg 640w, https:\/\/airtasker-seo-wordpress-blog-assets-prod.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/23215605\/allotment-ideas-vertical-gardening-150x105.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 984px) 61vw, (max-width: 1362px) 45vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Start_building_your_allotment_garden\"><\/span><b>Start building your allotment garden<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There you have a stack of allotment ideas that should enhance your experience of allotment gardening, and hopefully ensure a bumper harvest! Over to you \u2013 have you caught the allotment gardening bug yourself, and have perhaps already put your name down on the list with your council? Or are you an old hand at allotment gardening? If so, please share any tips and tricks you have in the comments!<\/p>\n<div class=\"mceTemp\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Discover 20 amazing allotment ideas to grow your own food, learn gardening skills, and enjoy a sociable environment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":34486,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[2511,2515,1506],"tags":[2385,2383,2387,2359,952,956],"language":["en-GB"],"class_list":["post-28384","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-diy","category-home-inspiration","category-tips-gb","tag-allotment","tag-allotment-ideas","tag-community-garden","tag-garden","tag-gardening-gb","tag-landscaping-gb"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v24.9 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>20 Amazing 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